August can be a tricky month for fashion. With temperatures still steamy, it seems a bit superfluous to invest in summertime pieces with fall on the horizon. To help you make more versatile purchases, we’ve picked four transitional basics and paired each of them with items you can wear now and later. a bright […]
Everyone needs a friend who will tell you her cosmetic surgeon’s name, where she gets her mani/pedis and how she stays looking so darn cute. Consider us that friend. When our readers filled out our second annual “Best of” survey this year, they shared all their secrets. We love the anecdotes, testimonials about great service […]
Want to get those long, luscious locks off your back and out of your face this summer season? Check out these simple styles and handy tips from salons across the North Shore to control your hair and keep it fun and flirty! Stylist Betty Leyva from the Teddie Kossof Salon and Spa in Northfield suggested […]
Caught in between the short- and long-haired looks? Never fear ladies, we didn’t forget about you! Three salons across the North Shore gave their suggestions on summer styles for medium-length hair that you can do in mere minutes! Styling from the Teddie Kossof Salon and Spa in Northfield, Cheryl Brown’s “beat the heat” twist is […]
So you took the plunge and cut your hair short for the summer…now what? Embrace both the versatility and simplicity of short hair with these styles from salons across the Northshore: Stylist Grace Lapinski at the Teddie Kossof Salon and Spa in Northfield showed me some fun, flirty tips to work with a short, summer […]
Summer offers plenty of opportunities for listening to music outdoors whether you’re into rock, pop or classical. But sometimes the unpredictable Chicago weather and other obstacles can get in the way of enjoying a set from your favorite band, so here are a few outfit suggestions from an experienced concert goer. Lollapalooza The key to […]
This summer, embrace the latest trends in manicures and pedicures. Here are our favorite looks for fingers and toes, and yes, even moms who are over 4-0 can pull them off. Get crazy with color With names like Bikini so Teeny, Off the Shoulder and Mojito Madness, you’ll want to swap out your nail color […]
Orange, mint and lemon—no, these aren’t the ingredients to a new fruity drink; instead, they are the essential colors for your wardrobe this season. An item in each of these bright colors will both lift your spirits and instantly update some of your summer favorites from past years. But we realize these unique colors aren’t […]
Called a beauty miracle by some, BB creams have revolutionized skincare by doing it all: concealing, priming, protecting, moisturizing and revitalizing. Already hugely popular in Asia, BB creams (also known as Blemish Balms and Beauty Balms) finally made the leap across the Pacific last year. Most are tinted to replace your foundation and equipped with […]
You switch out your wardrobe when the weather heats up, why not your beauty routine? Here are 5 tips for preventing makeup melt and keeping your skin and hair healthy this summer. Foundation primers work well, and even if you skip the foundation, they still help minimize pores and create a smooth surface. For summer, […]
